MSHP: Bicyclist attempting to change lanes hit by SUV in Lilbourn

A bicyclist was taken to the hospital after they were hit by a vehicle on a highway in Lilbourn, Missouri on Saturday, August 19.

The crash happened at about 5:10 p.m. on Highway D.

According to Missouri State Highway Patrol, 22-year-old Tristan Sletten, of New Madrid, was cycling eastbound when he attempted change lanes and was hit by an SUV.

The crash occurred as the bicyclist, identified as 22-year-old Tristan Sletten of New Madrid, attempted to change lanes. Sletten was then struck by an SUV.

Sletten reportedly suffered moderate injuries and was taken to a Cape Girardeau hospital for treatment.

The driver of the SUV was not hurt.

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